Byler v. Byler (In Re Byler)

MEMORANDUM OPINION

STEPHEN J. COVEY, Bankruptcy Judge.

This matter comes on to be heard upon the adversary complaint filed by Michael L. Byler (“Debtor”) to determine the avoidability and dischargeability of two items awarded to Terresa Alberta Byler (“Defendant”) under the parties’ divorce decree. The parties stipulated to the facts and were directed to file authorities in support of their positions. Upon review of the materials submitted, the Court finds as follows.

FINDINGS OF FACT

Debtor and Defendant were married in June 1987. At that time, Debtor was the owner of the family residence and…